Patient and Customer Care Representative
GoodVets · New York, NY · 4 days ago
On-siteOTHR$19.25–$24/hrFull-time
About the role
The Patient and Customer Care Representative (PCCR) plays a vital role in both client and patient care teams, ensuring seamless client experiences and supporting the clinical team in providing excellent veterinary care.
Responsibilities
- Deliver warm, empathetic, and professional customer care at every interaction.
- Greet clients, manage check-in/check-out, schedule appointments and follow-ups, and triage multi-line phone calls.
- Feed, walk, bathe, and observe hospitalized or boarding patients.
- Safely restrain pets for exams, treatments, imaging, and procedures.
- Collect and label diagnostic samples; assist technicians with surgery prep, imaging, and other diagnostics.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment; keep exam and treatment areas stocked and organized.
- Absorb and document medications; assist with medication dispensing.
- Maintain clean, organized reception area, exam rooms, kennels, and treatment spaces while following infection-control protocols.
- Stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Operate around anesthesia, radiation, and potential infectious agents while adhering to all safety procedures.
Requirements
- Availability to work evenings and weekends.
- One or more years' experience in a veterinary support role.
- Demonstrated ability to provide patient care in emergency situations/under high pressure.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
- Exposure to Veterinary Practice Management Systems in previous roles.
Qualifications
- A positive, team-first attitude and a passion for creating a welcoming environment.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Basic knowledge of veterinary practices and procedures.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending options, disability coverage, and a 401(k) with a Company Match.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation days, and personal time.
- Employee Discounts: Savings on veterinary care and products for your own pets at any GoodVets location.
- A Culture that Values You: A team that leads with empathy, prioritizes collaboration, and celebrates each other's wins.
Pay
$19.25—$24 USD per hour.
Schedule
Evenings and weekends available.